22/04/2026
What is a Contracture? 🩺
As plastic and reconstructive surgeons, a significant part of our work involves correcting tensions within the body that develop after an injury.
When wounds heal, tension can sometimes form in the skin. This can shift the position of facial features like the lips or eyelids, or severely restrict joint movements. For example, tension on the inner side of a finger or around the elbow can make it extremely difficult to extend the limb completely straight. This resulting tightness and restriction is known as a "contracture."
If a contracture has developed due to scarring, surgical treatment is the most effective way to release the tension and restore your natural mobility. ✨
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